MTDC Approved B&B   Aryawarta Colony, Jaalgaon, Dapoli · 800–1,000 ft above sea level

The Mango Inn

The Mango InnDapoli · Est. 1998

Coastal hill station at 800–1,000 ft · “Mini Mahabaleshwar”

Hug the Clouds& Kiss the Sand

Seven places, one table, no guesswork.Perched on a cool green plateau overlooking the Arabian Sea, Dapoli blends misty hill-station freshness with pristine beaches, ancient temples, and rich Alphonso orchards.

Kadyavarcha Ganapati

Kadyavarcha Ganpati, on the cliff above Anjarle — 22 km from the gate

Top sightseeing & experiences

Dapoli’s best attractions

All conveniently accessible within 10 to 40 minutes of The Mango Inn. Push the rail to see them, then use the table to plan the day.

Beaches
11 kmapprox. 20 min

Murud Beach & Dolphin Safaris

Famous for soft black sand and exhilarating dolphin-watching boat tours.

Early morning for dolphin boats & sunset for water sports

Beaches
13 kmapprox. 25 min

Karde Beach

One of the longest and most tranquil beaches in the Konkan belt.

Morning strolls & peaceful evening sunsets

Beaches
22 kmapprox. 40 min

Anjarle Beach & Kadyavarcha Ganpati

Home to the famous cliffside temple “Kadyavarcha Ganpati” overlooking the Arabian Sea estuary.

All year round; February to April for the turtle festival

Spiritual
7 kmapprox. 15 min

Keshavraj Temple (Asud)

A serene, ancient Vishnu temple hidden deep inside a dense valley forest of betel nut, coconut, and spice plantations.

Morning or late afternoon

Spiritual
15 kmapprox. 25 min

42-Foot Lord Parshuram Statue (Burondi)

An iconic 42-foot high statue of Lord Parshuram standing majestically atop a giant globe at the hilltop of Burondi, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic vista of the Arabian Sea.

Sunset hour for panoramic ocean views

Heritage
16 kmapprox. 30 min

Harne Port & Suvarnadurg Sea Fort

Witness the high-octane spectacle of the Konkan coast: hundreds of colourful trawlers returning to shore and open-air beach fish auctions.

4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for the live fish auction

Nature
4 kmapprox. 10 min

Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth

One of India’s largest and most scenic agricultural universities spanning thousands of acres.

Morning hours

The same seven, with the distance and the hour that actually matters.
PlaceDistanceKindHighlightsBest time to go
Murud Beach & Dolphin SafarisFamous for soft black sand and exhilarating dolphin-watching boat tours. Also offers exciting parasailing, jet skiing, and banana boat rides against a scenic coconut grove backdrop. 11 kmapprox. 20 min Beaches Dolphin watching boats · Water sports & parasailing · Long clean shoreline · Sunset camel & horse rides Early morning for dolphin boats & sunset for water sports
Karde BeachOne of the longest and most tranquil beaches in the Konkan belt. Flat, hard sand makes it perfect for walking, beach cycling, and dolphin spotting right from the shore. 13 kmapprox. 25 min Beaches Serene & uncrowded · Dolphin spotting from shore · Endless sand stretch · Sunset photography Morning strolls & peaceful evening sunsets
Anjarle Beach & Kadyavarcha GanpatiHome to the famous cliffside temple “Kadyavarcha Ganpati” overlooking the Arabian Sea estuary. Anjarle is also world-renowned for Olive Ridley sea turtle conservation & hatching releases. 22 kmapprox. 40 min Beaches Kadyavarcha Ganpati cliffside temple · Turtle festival hatchling release · Jog river estuary · Golden sands All year round; February to April for the turtle festival
Keshavraj Temple (Asud)A serene, ancient Vishnu temple hidden deep inside a dense valley forest of betel nut, coconut, and spice plantations. Reached via a picturesque stone-paved trail over a bubbling natural stream with an eternal water spring (Gomukh). 7 kmapprox. 15 min Spiritual Ancient pagoda-style architecture · Lush spice & areca nut forest trail · Natural freshwater Gomukh · Deep spiritual peace Morning or late afternoon
42-Foot Lord Parshuram Statue (Burondi)An iconic 42-foot high statue of Lord Parshuram standing majestically atop a giant globe at the hilltop of Burondi, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic vista of the Arabian Sea. 15 kmapprox. 25 min Spiritual 42-foot sculpted statue · Panoramic hilltop ocean view · Meditation dome inside the globe · Sunset viewpoint Sunset hour for panoramic ocean views
Harne Port & Suvarnadurg Sea FortWitness the high-octane spectacle of the Konkan coast: hundreds of colourful trawlers returning to shore and open-air beach fish auctions. View the legendary 17th-century island fort Suvarnadurg. 16 kmapprox. 30 min Heritage Live evening beach fish auction · Suvarnadurg island fort views · Lighthouse viewpoint · Authentic fishermen culture 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for the live fish auction
Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi VidyapeethOne of India’s largest and most scenic agricultural universities spanning thousands of acres. Features sprawling research orchards of Alphonso mangoes, cashews, spices, and exotic botanical plants. 4 kmapprox. 10 min Nature Thousands of acres of greenery · Alphonso mango research nurseries · Botanical gardens · Local agri products counter Morning hours
Seasonal travel calendar

Three seasons, three different holidays

The same hilltop is a beach year, a mango year and a monsoon year, depending on when you come.

October to March

Pleasant sightseeing & dolphin safaris

Cool morning breezes, calm blue sea waters ideal for dolphin boat rides, clear skies for beach sunsets at Murud and Karde, and pleasant temple walks.

Avg. temp 18°C–28°C · Peak tourist season

April to June

The Alphonso season (Amra Mohotsav)

The golden season of the King of Fruits. Unlimited fresh aamras-puri thalis, ripe mangoes picked straight from local orchards, and the private pool to swim in afterwards.

Mango festival · Direct orchard delivery available

July to September

Monsoon magic & emerald green hills

Cool rain clouds float into your balconies, valleys turn vibrant green, and hidden forest waterfalls come alive. Cosy up with hot modak and solkadhi.

Lush green retreat · 100% inverter power backup

Seamless connectivity

How to reach The Mango Inn

Scenic driving routes from Mumbai and Pune, plus Konkan Railway access.

Duration

5 to 6 hours

Primary highway / route

NH 66 (Mumbai–Goa Highway)

Road conditions

Smooth 4-lane highway up to Khed, followed by a scenic coastal ghat road to Dapoli

Recommended step-by-step waypoints
  1. Mumbai (Eastern Freeway / Sion) → Navi Mumbai → Panvel
  2. Panvel → Pen → Nagothane → Kolad → Mangaon (NH 66)
  3. Mangaon → Mahad → Poladpur → Bharne Naka (Khed)
  4. Turn right at Bharne Naka (Khed) → ghat road to Dapoli (approx. 28 km)
  5. In Dapoli, follow signs toward Aryawarta Colony, Jaalgaon (The Mango Inn)
Host tips for travellers
  • Great breakfast stops near Kolad or Nagothane for misal pav and filter coffee.
  • Bharne Naka near Khed is the main highway exit for Dapoli.
Duration

4 to 5 hours

Primary highway / route

Tamhini Ghat → Mangaon → NH 66

Road conditions

Ghat section through Tamhini, then highway to Mangaon and the Khed turn-off

Recommended step-by-step waypoints
  1. Pune → Pirangut → Mulshi → Tamhini Ghat
  2. Tamhini → Mangaon, joining NH 66
  3. Mangaon → Mahad → Poladpur → Bharne Naka (Khed)
  4. Turn right at Bharne Naka (Khed) → ghat road to Dapoli (approx. 28 km)
  5. In Dapoli, follow signs toward Aryawarta Colony, Jaalgaon (The Mango Inn)
Host tips for travellers
  • Tamhini Ghat is spectacular in the monsoon and slow after dark — leave early.
  • The Pune route is shorter in kilometres but not always in hours.

Needs the family’s confirmation. The client’s sheet only opens the Mumbai tab, so these waypoints and timings are drawn from the same roads rather than supplied. Correct them before this page goes live.

Duration

Khed station is about 45 minutes from the property

Primary highway / route

Konkan Railway to Khed (KHED)

Road conditions

Taxis wait at Khed station; tell us your train and we will arrange a pickup

Recommended step-by-step waypoints
  1. Book any Konkan Railway service stopping at Khed (KHED)
  2. Alight at Khed — the nearest railhead to Dapoli
  3. Taxi or pre-arranged pickup from Khed to Dapoli (approx. 28 km of ghat road)
  4. In Dapoli, follow signs toward Aryawarta Colony, Jaalgaon (The Mango Inn)
Host tips for travellers
  • Send us your train number on WhatsApp and we will have a car waiting.
  • The ghat road from Khed is the same one the Mumbai drive ends on.

Needs the family’s confirmation. The client’s sheet only opens the Mumbai tab, so these waypoints and timings are drawn from the same roads rather than supplied. Correct them before this page goes live.

Live updates by our team

The Konkan Diary: events & festivals

Local cultural insight, seasonal festivals, food guides and travel dispatches from Dapoli.

Everything worth seeing is inside forty minutes.

Tell us what you want to see.

Dolphins at dawn, the fish auction at four, mangoes off the tree in May — send your dates with the list and the family will build the days around them, and tell you honestly what will not fit.

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